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AWS Cloud Operations
Experience supporting AWS cloud environments, reviewing configurations, performing S3 and RDS cross-account migrations, and documenting procedures to maintain reliable operations.
Cloud operations · AWS security · Infrastructure
Building reliable cloud.
Securing what matters.
I'm Andrew Roach, an AWS cloud operations and security professional based in Barbados. I help strengthen cloud environments through practical security reviews, infrastructure operations, clear documentation and thoughtful problem-solving.
01 / About
Technical thinking. Human perspective.
My background combines hands-on AWS cloud operations, security configuration assessments and cross-account migrations with strong communication and operational discipline. I focus on identifying issues, documenting findings, and communicating practical recommendations to technical teams and stakeholders.
02 / Capabilities
Core Capabilities
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Cloud Security
Experience assessing AWS security configurations, identifying potential weaknesses using CIS Benchmarks, and recommending practical improvements to reduce risk and strengthen security.
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Technical Communication
Skilled in preparing technical documentation, presenting findings to stakeholders, and communicating complex information clearly to support collaboration and informed decisions.
03 / Professional background
Experience
August 2024 – August 2025
Cybersecurity Analyst
Protexxa · Barbados
At Protexxa, I reviewed AWS security configurations and administrative controls, identified gaps against CIS Benchmarks, and recommended practical improvements. I also carried out secure cross-account S3 and RDS migrations, documented workflows, and communicated technical findings to stakeholders.
October 2023 – March 2024
Cybersecurity Analyst Boot Camp
Cyber Nations
During the Cyber Nations programme, I researched security incidents and incident-response practices, applied risk assessment methods, and explored vulnerability remediation. My capstone brought together risk assessment, open-source intelligence, and vulnerability assessment.
04 / Credentials
Certifications & continued learning
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – AssociateEarned July 2025
AWS Certified Cloud PractitionerEarned March 2025
CompTIA Security+Earned May 2024 · Renewal status not stated
CISSPCurrently studying · Not yet certified
05 / Contact
Let's connect.
Interested in discussing cloud operations, infrastructure or AWS security opportunities? I'd welcome a conversation.
andrewroach2019@outlook.com